48 pages • 1 hour read
Kōbō AbeThe Woman in the Dunes
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1962A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
The Woman in the Dunes by Kōbō Abe has been praised for its existential themes, rich symbolism, and atmospheric prose. Critics appreciate Abe's exploration of human isolation and the absurdity of life. However, some find the narrative pacing slow and the character development lacking. Overall, it is seen as a compelling, though sometimes challenging, read.
Who Should Read The Woman in the Dunes?
Readers who enjoy existential and surreal literature like Franz Kafka's The Metamorphosis or Albert Camus' The Stranger will be captivated by Kōbō Abe’s The Woman in the Dunes. They seek profound psychological and philosophical reflections, appreciating allegorical stories that question human existence and societal norms.
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Reading Age
18+yearsLexile Level
850L